Hopkinton Independent
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Dec. 16: 26.2 Foundation to support marathon entry recipients with fundraising panel
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. Panel to share expertise for marathon fundraisers The 26.2 Foundation is offering support to...
Real Estate Transactions, Dec. 15 edition
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Dec. 15: Metrowest YMCA named Chamber of Commerce’s Business of the Year
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. Metrowest YMCA recognized for leadership, community impact The Metrowest YMCA last week was awarded...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Dec. 12: Concerns raised over salt piles at Legacy Farms
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. Salt storage at Legacy Farms potentially in violation of bylaw Salt storage at the Legacy Farms...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Xena
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is Xena. Here is Baypath's description of Xena: “Xena is a happy, wiggly girl with a bright smile and a heart full of love....
Professional Insights: Your right to home inspection
Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people ever make. And a new law in Massachusetts will make the process fairer, safer and more transparent. As of fall 2025, every home buyer has the right to inspect their new home before they buy...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Dec. 11: Health director hopeful lake drawdown will impact invasive snail population
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. 'Abundance' of invasive snails found during recent herbicide testing Health director Shaun McAuliffe...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Dec. 10 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents A Slice of Hopkinton photo contest, sponsored by BoMain pizza bar and grill. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of people, places or things in Hopkinton. The Independent staff will select one winner for each issue. The winner...
Newspaper: Dec. 10, 2025
Arrests/Police Log, Dec. 10 edition
ARRESTS None this week. POLICE LOG Dec. 2 1:32 a.m. Officer Aline Matos checked on Parkwood Drive property. 1:40 a.m. Officer Jennifer Manning made checks of Sandy Beach on Lakeshore Drive. 7:26 a.m. A caller reported suspicious activity in his Parkwood Drive...
Arts Residency: Emily Evans
Hopkinton High School senior Emily Evans is a standout in both the art room and the larger HHS community, most notably as the recipient of the 2025 Visual Arts Department Award, president of the National Honor Society and co-president of the Diversity Club. According...
Jacqueline Hall, 89
Jackie Hall of Hopkinton passed away Nov. 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 89. Born in Endicott, New York, Jackie was the second child of Joseph and Jean Purcell. She attended the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), where she earned a B.S. in...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Johnny Murray, Tanush Vuda
Vuda, from the district’s 18-22 program, and Murray, a Hopkinton High School senior, are four-year players who served as captains this fall. According to coach Jay Golden, they “embody everything it is to be both a Hiller and a unified athlete. They are...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Dec. 10: Baypath rehomes final 2 dogs from Wrentham cruelty case
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. Shelter finalizes last adoptions for rescued cruelty case dogs The last of 15 dogs taken in by...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Dec. 9: HPL to offer gift wrapping programs through December
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. Library to host 'wrap parties,' bow-making class in new CreatorSpace The Hopkinton Public Library is...
Library Corner, Dec. 10 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary. SCHEDULE...
Real Estate Transactions, Dec. 8 edition
Letter to the Editor: Appreciation for Carty
We want to express our deep appreciation for [recently retired Water-Sewer Manager] Eric Carty's kind, compassionate nature and his true dedication to the mission of providing our residents with the best service possible. He has been a constant source of commitment to...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Dec. 8: After hiatus, HPTO holiday home tour returns
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. Holiday tour to feature 8 homes, local vendors The Hopkinton Parent Teacher Organization is bringing...
